Dogs have been known to develop a skin disease known as mange. Canine mange in a skin disease that is most often caused by mites and external parasites that are on dogs. Most dogs have some type of mite living on their hair follicles at times. However, some of these mites can lead to the skin illness called mange. For instance, Demodectic mange mites are the most common of mites. They are often passed from the mother to the pup during the first few days of life. Mites can cause skin irritations, but when they breed and multiply those skin irritations can become infections. Another common name for mange is canine scabies. Symptoms often include hair loss and excessive itching or skin irritation caused by the burrowing of the mites. If you suspect your dog has mange or another type of skin irritation and illness, please Notify your pet clinic Jacksonville FL.
